Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden Acknowledging a Transfer of Land, 27 November 1794

Henry Knox to Samuel Ogden Acknowledging a Transfer of Land, 27 November 1794
Author: Henry Knox
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Encloses an assignment (not included) to Ogden and a deed (not included) for 32,994 acres to Benjamin Walker. Mentions he has been informed that it is not necessary to process a quit claim. Requests receipts for the above transactions. Recipient attributed from content of letter and a pencil note added at a later date.

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox about Land Buying and Selling, 7 March 1794

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox about Land Buying and Selling, 7 March 1794
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Describes the purchase of lands (possibly in Maine) from Colonel [probably Benjamin] Walker. Also mentions the potential land sale to Mr. [William] Duer. Verifies whether the agreement suits Knox and asks for permission to sign the deed on his behalf. He and his wife send their regards to Knox and his family.

Assignment of Land to Samuel Ogden, 27 November 1794

Assignment of Land to Samuel Ogden, 27 November 1794
Author: Henry Knox
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Noted as a copy of the original. A legal agreement made by Henry Knox assigning property to Samuel Ogden and his heirs. The property includes all houses, land, and any other real estate associated with the said assignment. Docket notes 10,670 acres is assigned to Samuel Ogden.

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Business, Government and Family Matters, and Mentioning the Whiskey Rebellion, 20 October 1794

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Business, Government and Family Matters, and Mentioning the Whiskey Rebellion, 20 October 1794
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Informs Knox he received his letter regarding the commission from Carolina. Encloses a deed (not included) and needs Knox to have it signed by a federal judge. Discusses his wife's failing health. Congratulates Knox and Mrs. [Lucy] Knox on their newborn son. Notes their little boy is in fine health. Appears to hint at not having any more children. Discusses land deals involving Williamsons settlement and the Six Nations. Mentions he just received word that John Burnett is away fighting the insurgents and the commission business in Carolina may have to wait for his return or perhaps can be completed in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Also notes two favorite children of his (Burnett's) were buried last Sunday ... and a third is now dangerously ill and he may try to return home.

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Land Deals with Alexander Macomb, 27 April 1792

Samuel Ogden to Henry Knox on Land Deals with Alexander Macomb, 27 April 1792
Author: Samuel Ogden
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Release: 1792
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Argues that it is necessary, because of Mr. [Alexander] Macomb's situation, for them to split up the St. Lawrence tract of land. Will be traveling to New York on that business, and hopes Knox will send him his deeds and authority to act on Knox's behalf. Provides news of the health of his wife, Mrs. Ogden.